Annual – Poppy

Poppy 

Botanical name: papaver rhoeas 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: up to 3 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 6-9

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in first growing season 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: red, pink, yellow, white, orange, purple 

Bloom time:  spring, summer 

Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms and foliage as needed

Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing 

Landscape use: flower garden, container plant, seasonal edging, herb garden

Special features: long-lasting blooms, heat tolerant, deer resistant, re-bloomer 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a liquid flower food fertilizer once a month throughout the spring/summer growing season 

Best time to plant: spring, summer 

Best type of soil: loam, sand 

Companion plants: yarrow, sage, snapdragon, salvia, roses, zinnias 

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no